Voux Patrisserie

Olfactory Experience

Voux Patrisserie opens with a sugared almond, not the marzipan type, but closer to that dusting of powder you'd find on Jordan almonds. A fleeting milky note softens what could have been a shrill saffron. The heart veers sharply into sticky toffee territory. This isn't a nuanced caramel; it's dense, bordering on burnt sugar with that almost medicinal vanilla, like opening a bottle of cherry cough syrup. The base attempts to ground the gourmand excess with a powdery white musk and whisper of sandalwood. However, the drydown retains a certain plasticky edge. It's reminiscent of a vintage doll's head, faintly sweet but undeniably synthetic. The original offers a sophisticated restraint, while this clone amplifies the sweetness, sacrificing some depth.

Projection Power

On my skin, Voux Patrisserie lasts approximately 6 hours. The projection is initially strong, extending beyond an arm's length, demanding attention. However, it quickly settles closer to the skin within the first two hours. Tested during a chilly autumn evening, it created a cozy bubble, perhaps a little too cloying for warmer climates.

Bottom Line

Wearing the inspiration is like entering a refined, old-world confectionary, all polished wood and hushed elegance. Wearing Voux Patrisserie feels like being trapped inside a candy machine. You gain intensity but relinquish subtlety. The sophistication is replaced with a bold, almost aggressive sweetness. It depends on the wearer's intention: To whisper indulgence or to shout it from the rooftops.